India, April 24 -- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) extended its ban on United States aircraft operating in and around Haiti until September, citing a continued inability to prevent attacks against aircraft in the capital of Port-au-Prince and the surrounding area.

The ban, which was extended until Sept. 3, prevents American airlines from operating within 10,000 feet of Haiti, according to the FAA. It follows ongoing flight safety concerns, including a Spirit Airlines flight that was hit by gunfire in November 2024, injuring a crew member, NBC News reported at the time.

The extension applies to all commercial or civil operators with an FAA Certificate, except U.S.-registered aircraft for foreign carriers.

"Since September 2025...